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Jenna Zaza

Jenna Zaza, Arts & Culture Editor

Jenna Zaza is The Statesman's Arts and Culture Editor. She is a second-year journalism major with a minor in Korean studies and on the fast-track MBA program. When she is not writing, she is probably reading a book with a cup of coffee in hand.

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The restaurant sign for Grandmothers Recipe lights up at night. Grandmothers Recipe is a homey Korean eatery that features the love woven into Korean cooking. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Four noteworthy pescatarian restaurants in Seoul

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
April 10, 2024
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A photo of Oedaemun Gate, a historical landmark in central Seoul. Adapting to daily life in Seoul is much harder than a New Yorker would expect. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Adapting to life in Seoul after living in New York City

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
April 9, 2024
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The promotional poster for Netflixs show Heartstopper season three. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Lack of intersectional transgender experiences in “Heartstopper”

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
April 4, 2024
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Sinleedogas picturesque Hanok courtyard beckons visitors with its tranquil ambiance and timeless charm. This photo was taken Feb. 23. In the warmer months, the courtyard overflows with vibrant greenery. JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN 

Top 5 must visit cafes in Seoul, Korea that might not show up in your social media feeds

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
March 19, 2024
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Colby Kelly works in the wardrobe department in the film industry. His pervious role was truck costumer for CBS Equalizer season three. COURTESY OF COLBY KELLY

Film costumer Colby Kelly blends career aspirations with the quest for happiness

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
March 3, 2024
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Vita Kari, known as --- at Astor Place and Cooper Square in-- JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Multimedia artist Vita Kari blends virality with authenticity in captivating art performance

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
February 18, 2024
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Laughs and shivers collide in the dark comedic thrill ride that is “Sweeney Todd”

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
February 10, 2024
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Muddy Paws Rescue is paving the way for happy tails and forever homes

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
January 29, 2024
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The official cover of Katy Brents novel, How To Kill Men and Get Away With It. The book was first published on October 12, 2022. PUBLIC DOMAIN

“How to Kill Men and Get Away with It”: a regrettable and unoriginal thriller novel

Jenna Zaza, Arts and Culture Editor
January 19, 2024
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Stony Brook Orchestra performing their annual Messiah Sing-Along a previous year. COURTESY OF SUSAN DEAVER

It’s time for the Stony Brook Orchestra’s annual Messiah sing-along concert this weekend

Jenna Zaza
December 8, 2023
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An attendee purchasing a Korean stationary item at Korean Culture Day held at the Charles B. Wang Center on Nov. 10. COURTESY OF HEEJEONG SOHN

The center for Korean studies hosts an immersive Korean marketplace

Jenna Zaza
November 14, 2023
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A graphic showing Stallers upcoming events for the fall semester. ILLUSTRATED BY JERRY WEINTRAUB/THE STATESMAN

Top Staller Center events to look out for this semester

Jenna Zaza
September 16, 2023
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A graphic showing the results from the Role of Arts in Campus Wellness Survey asking students how they engage in different art forms. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Survey shows involvement in arts on campus has positive impact on stress

Jenna Zaza
September 15, 2023
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Eric Nam’s latest album “House on a Hill” stands out as one of his finest

Jenna Zaza
September 14, 2023
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A graphic showing the Barbie logo and silhouette. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/ THE STATESMAN

From perfect plastic to real world imperfections: ‘Barbie’ exposes the harsh realities of a patriarchal society

Jenna Zaza
July 29, 2023
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A graphic showing the front cover of the South Korean novella Lemon by Kwon Yeo-sun. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/ THE STATESMAN

“Lemon” by Kwon Yeo-sun: a beautiful, dark and thought-provoking novel

Jenna Zaza
July 16, 2023
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The mural located in Astoria Queens is one in 4 murals part of the #WayOutofBurnout initiative.

Artist Lady Pink transforms NYC with murals about academic burnout

Jenna Zaza
May 19, 2023
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Poster for Netflixs Heartstopper Kit Conner (left) and Joe Locke (right) as Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring. Season two of the hit show has NETFLIX

“Heartstopper” Season 2: predictions for what’s to come

Jenna Zaza
May 1, 2023
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Stony Brook University Varsity Band prepares for annual concert

Jenna Zaza
April 13, 2023
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Bryson Tiller at the minor stage during Stavernfestivalen in Stavern on July 9, 2016. Tiller will no longer be performing at this years Brookfest.Tore Sætre / CC BY-SA 4.0

Who are the 2023 Brookfest performers?

Jenna Zaza
April 2, 2023
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The cover of It Ends With US. The 2016 Goodreads Best Romance winner harbors potentially dangerous themes of intimate partner violence.ATRIA BOOKS

Romance novel “It Ends with Us”: cautionary tale of domestic violence falls dangerously flat

Jenna Zaza
March 26, 2023
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A scene from Run On (top left), Nevertheless (top right), Mine (bottom left) and Squid Games (bottom right. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

The increased representation of queer relationships in K-Dramas

Jenna Zaza
March 21, 2023
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University orchestra showcases dazzling performance at Staller

University orchestra showcases dazzling performance at Staller

Jenna Zaza
March 2, 2023
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Six short books to read this year

Jenna Zaza
February 18, 2023
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The male gaze in “Normal People” by Sally Rooney

Jenna Zaza
February 14, 2023
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A picture of an Oscars trophy. The 95th Academy Awards will take place on March 12.

2023 Oscars: Predictions for the top five categories

Jenna Zaza
February 12, 2023
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The cover for Beyoncés seventh studio album RENAISSANCE. The album celebrates the old school, haus genre and creates an environment of high energy. PUBLIC DOMAIN

The 65th annual Grammy ceremony: winners and highlights

Jenna Zaza
February 6, 2023
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Matisse Museum brings fresh perspectives to See you at yours Exhibition

Matisse Museum brings fresh perspectives to “See you at yours” Exhibition

Jenna Zaza
February 5, 2023
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The front of the Walter J. Hawrys Campus Recreation Center.ABIGAIL HENTZE/THE STATESMAN

Freezing temperatures expected at Stony Brook University

Jenna Zaza
February 2, 2023
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Five weeks of winter in Port Jefferson: 10 things to do over break

Jenna Zaza
December 4, 2022
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The University orchestra holds a concert every season at the Staller Center for the Arts and auditions are held two weeks prior to each semester. The performance highlights the myriad of talents of the undergraduate musicians. Jenna Zaza/ The Statesman

University Orchestra shines at Staller

Jenna Zaza
November 19, 2022
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Protests occurring outside the Supreme Court following the ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson. With the passage of anti-abortion and gendered-laws, decriminalization of sex-work has been a topic of discussion.COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS LICENSE

Want to defend reproductive rights? Then legalize sex work.

Jenna Zaza
November 14, 2022
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Enhypen, a 7-member k-pop ensemble ended their first U.S. tour on Oct. 15 in Radio City Music Hall. The band will be back on stage on Nov. 1 in Aichi, Japan. Jenna Zaza

Enhypen ends first U.S. tour in Radio City Music Hall

Jenna Zaza
October 30, 2022
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A book display of novels a part of BookTok.JENNA ZAZA/THE STATESMAN

Brooklyn’s 17th annual “Book Fest”: connecting authors and readers

Jenna Zaza
October 17, 2022
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Art critic discusses postmemory generation in South Korea

Art critic discusses postmemory generation in South Korea

Jenna Zaza
October 6, 2022
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Netflix original series Heartstopper featuring Kit Connor and Joe Locke.

Prideful queer show “Heartstopper” has been renewed for two seasons

Jenna Zaza
September 18, 2022
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